EC2A in London's financial district has experienced contrasting dynamics over five years. Property prices declined at a compound annual rate of 2.9%, whilst rental yields strengthened with 6.1% annual growth. Population expansion remained negligible at 0.1% over the period. The postcode is classified as in active gentrification, though its trajectory score of 40.8 out of 100 places it at the 8th percentile nationally, indicating below-average performance relative to other UK districts. This combination of price weakness alongside rental growth suggests the area may appeal differently to owner-occupiers versus buy-to-let investors, with differing risk profiles depending on investment strategy.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices down 0.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.1% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.1% per year
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What's changing in Moorgate · June 2026
29 planning applications submitted in EC2A over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme, 2 change of use.
- Erection of self build detached dwelling with an integrated double garageFeb 2026 · Decided
- Consultation by the London Borough of Islington on the change of use of part of the lower ground from office (Class E(g)(i)) to a flexible use for office (Class E(g)(i)) or indoor competitive socialising (Sui Generis) including ancillary bar, restaurant, retail and associated facilities, and introduction of ventilation extraction plant and equipment (LBI ref. P2026/1316/FUL).Jun 2026 · Under Consideration
- Change of use of part of the existing courtyard to a wheeled fruit stand (sui generis)Mar 2026 · pending
Moorgate (EC2A) common questions
Is Moorgate up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Moorgate (EC2A) as Active. Its trajectory score is 41/100 (Average), in the top 92% of districts nationally. The score is down 0.1 points over the last 12 months.
Is Moorgate safe?
Moorgate has a safety score of 36/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Moorgate?
The average property price in Moorgate (EC2A) is £1.23m as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have fallen at 0.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Moorgate?
The median monthly rent in Moorgate (EC2A) is £2,714 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Moorgate?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Clerkenwell (EC1Y), Moorgate (EC2M), Moorgate (EC2Y), Moorgate (EC2N), Moorgate (EC2R). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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